Gavin Keymer

@SuzieSAS Yes please

🚨SASsy pals in the WEST🚨 Would a circulation of drug alerts/drug Intel be useful for you? If so message me if you want added to my contact group #TeamSooze #HarmReduction

@ParaAndy90 Contact Leatherman as they have lifetime warranty. I sent back a multitool/knife to them for service/sharpen blade. They couldn’t get it back to original condition so sent a brand new multitool.

Does anyone, or has anyone sharpened their raptors or had them sharpened ? Mine are a bit dull now

@ParaAndy90 @j_megs It was the fire safety officers with regards to the number of pt’s in the department.

@j_megs Not sure who has implimented the changes

2.5hr wait to get into hospital isn't idea 😭

@aidensweeney8 I have seen people talking about it on the FB group “so you want to be a paramedic” as a good route to getting onto a BSc in paramedic science, an equivalent would be a SWAP course in Scotland

Anyone know much on this course? #ambulance #paramedics #Accesscourse

@oli_m_sims Just to throw in an other option, have you looked at dual training? My wife started in EM and then around ST3-4 applied for an ICM number. It did extend her training, but in about 18months she will be a dual EM/ICM consultant. I also know of a dual acute medic with ICM as well.

So. A spanner in the works rather. Take a training job in a specialty I am not 100% set on but with scope to reapply down the line, or play the guessing game of trust grade jobs. I’m going to have to think very very hard and am open to thoughts and suggestions.

@wiggs1234 @SarahToddPara Unable to PM you but really keen for some more details.

Amazing opportunity for Paramedics, NQPs, ambulance nurses and student paramedics to attend a heavily discounted Pre-Hospital Major Trauma Training day in on June 21st, Devon. PM me for more details.

@Tirvine1987 I can totally relate to this, I was very much in the same boat as yourself this time last year, but it does all come together, just keep working away and never become complacent.

When your feedback (fair feedback for the work submitted) from your recent essay has you questioning your ability to complete your degree 😭 #impostersyndrome

@NJL_Blancq @PaedsPara here is hopefully some useful info from south of the border to help with the debate on if NQPs should have “NQP” epaulettes

This weeks poll for Paramedics, student paras and ambulance peeps: Should NQP’s be visibly distinguishable from fully qualified/Band 6 paramedics in some way? (i.e. uniform/epaulette difference)

**FAO Scottish Paramedics/Student Paramedics** @ParamedicsUK is again seeking to collate the views & experiences of its Scottish members to ensure they are fully articulated during the Scottish Covid-19 Inquiry. If you are a paramedic, student paramedic or associate College member working alongside paramedics, please complete the survey linked below. There are 27 questions total (more appear as you work through). Deadline 9 Feb. forms.office.com/e/Zq2K3YySLV

@DaveLBywater @BCP1967 @_ALSG_ @DaveLBywater I might be interested depending on what date the course would be on. For some reason I can’t DM you as it doesn’t give me the option on your profile

We have a place available on the one day MIMMS in two weeks time at Ayr racecourse. I appreciate it’s short notice but if you’d like the space or know anyone looking for a space please DM @BCP1967 or myself. #MIMMS #MultiCasualty #Triage

Massive congratulations to @IslaCBlack on taking up the position of Scotland representative on the @ParamedicsUK student council. I can wait to introduce her to everyone and pass the baton on, exciting times ahead

Following motor vehicle collision all patients should be encouraged to self-extricate asap. If not possible, need to create minimum safe space for self/rescuer extrication w/o delay africafiremission.org/missions-blog/… #FPHC2023

@yannusiaa Sounds like you are on track (if not ahead) with being a student and the confidence will come with time and practice. It’s a tough gig being a student para, at times it’s like working 3 jobs with uni, placement and a part time job, so don’t be too hard on yourself!

Defibrillation pad placement matters! If you work in prehospital or hospital medicine, and may be responsible for defibrillating someone, here's some important take-aways from the DOSE-VF trial 🧵 #resuscitation #emergencymedicine #ems #defib #cpr

@plasterapplier1 SAS only carry midaz now, which can be given buccal or IV under PGD for prolonged seizures

Ambulance service colleagues: which services are using Buccal Midaz, and which are using Rectal Diaz for prolonged seizures where no IV access is available?

Join us for an extraordinary one-day Paramedic Conference in the vibrant city of Aberdeen, Scotland. Hosted at Robert Gordon University – we can’t wait to see you there! 🙌 Booking and info here 👉 bit.ly/3Db0a0u #Paramedic #ParamedicsUK #ParaEvent #ParamedicsScotland

Happy #InternationalParamedicsDay 2023! I might just be starting my career but it’s already been rewarding and unique. With paramedics continuing to work in new fields, the future looks exciting. #WhatParamedicsDo
#IPD2023 #InternationalParamedics @ParamedicsDay

We’re super elated to announce our new Council Members – following a recent by-election. Six new member representatives will join the Paramedic Council, starting their tenures on the 26th of June 🙌 Contact and more info😊here bit.ly/3NsFRAh #Paramedic #ParamedicsUK

If you have not had a look at the new proposed HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance & Ethics and new Social Media Guidance. I would suggest you get involved with the consultation and have your voice heard! @GCUParamedicBSc @GCU_ECS @ParamedicsUK

Student Paramedics 🚨 If you're signed up to @ParamedicsUK, you will have an email about our membership survey! Takes about 5 mins, and your feedback is so valuable in helping the Student Council represent you, prioritise what matters, and continue progressing our profession 💚